Last week there was a lot of Good News Around the District. Students were honored for their achievements, our schools made videos that really moved us, and teachers, staff and families continued to find ways to connect and engage, while prioritizing mental health, kindness and gratitude.
The Irvine Unified School District will open our San Joaquin K-6 Blended Learning Elementary School for the 2020-2021 school year.
This edition of Good News Around the District showcases IUSD’s wonderful teachers and staff, Mental Health Awareness Week, amazing moms, student honors, virtual activities and events, video highlights and more!
ENROLL TODAY! Did you know IUSD is still enrolling students online for the 2020-2021 school year, including our TK and Kindergarten students?

Mental Health Awareness Week is May 4-8 and is the perfect opportunity for students, staff and families to take care of each other and practice self-care. With the current changes in our world, it is common to experience a myriad of emotions.

In addition to sharing happenings from around the District, this edition of IUSD’s Good News Around the District highlights Arts IUSD and our talented students.
During an April 28 press briefing, Governor Newsom discussed the possibility of schools reopening for the 2020-21 school year starting this summer. On April 29, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond issued a statement about his intent to explore this possibility with state and national leaders. 
IUSD's part-day preschool program is open for registration for the 2020-21 school year.
This week’s Weekly Five is focused on connecting IUSD families to resources and services, including meals, technology, mental health and wellness supports, long-term food and housing assistance, academic enrichment resources, and tips for staying connected.
Each year, IUSD teachers, classified staff and administrators work together to develop school calendars for the years ahead, for both traditional and year-round schools.  IUSD would like feedback from our community before we finalize these calendars for the next two academic school years.